11/23/2024 2:22:34 AM	HIST 5 Course Outline as of Fall 2016	Changed Course
CATALOG INFORMATION
Discipline and Nbr:  HIST 5	Title:  HIST MODERN MIDDLE EAST
Full Title:  History of the Modern Middle East
Last Reviewed:9/12/2022

Units		Course Hours per Week			Nbr of Weeks	Course Hours Total
Maximum	3.00	Lecture Scheduled	3.00		17.5 max.	Lecture Scheduled	52.50
Minimum	3.00	Lab Scheduled	0		6 min.	Lab Scheduled	0
		Contact DHR	0			Contact DHR	0
		Contact Total	3.00			Contact Total	52.50
		Non-contact DHR	0			Non-contact DHR Total	0

Total Out of Class Hours:  105.00

Total Student Learning Hours: 157.50

Title 5 Category:  AA Degree Applicable
Grading:  Grade or P/NP
Repeatability:  00 - Two Repeats if Grade was D, F, NC, or NP
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Catalog Description:

An introduction to the history of the Middle East focusing on the regional and international influences that have shaped the area over the last two centuries. The course begins with an overview of the pre-modern period before turning to political, social, cultural and economic issues of the modern era. Topics include the Arab-Israeli conflict, the power of oil, the preoccupation with authoritarian rule, challenges to social and economic development, the rise of Islamic political movements, and the role of outside powers in shaping the region.

Prerequisites/Corequisites:

Recommended Preparation:
Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent

Limits on Enrollment:

Schedule of Classes Information
Description:

An introduction to the history of the Middle East focusing on the regional and international influences that have shaped the area over the last two centuries. The course begins with an overview of the pre-modern period before turning to political, social, cultural and economic issues of the modern era. Topics include the Arab-Israeli conflict, the power of oil, the preoccupation with authoritarian rule, challenges to social and economic development, the rise of Islamic political movements, and the role of outside powers in shaping the region.

(Grade or P/NP)
Prerequisites:
Recommended:Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent
Limits on Enrollment:
Transfer Credit:CSU;UC.
Repeatability:00 - Two Repeats if Grade was D, F, NC, or NP

ARTICULATION, MAJOR, and CERTIFICATION INFORMATION

Associate Degree:		Effective:	Fall 2010	Inactive:
Area:	D	Social and Behavioral Sciences
CSU GE:	Transfer Area			Effective:	Inactive:
	D	Social Science		Fall 2010
	D6	History
IGETC:	Transfer Area			Effective:	Inactive:
	4	Social and Behavioral Science		Fall 2010
	4F	History
CSU Transfer:	Transferable	Effective:	Fall 2010	Inactive:
UC Transfer:	Transferable	Effective:	Fall 2010	Inactive:
C-ID:

Certificate/Major Applicable: Major Applicable Course

COURSE CONTENT

Student Learning Outcomes:
At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:

1.   Analyze the political, economic, cultural and social developments in Middle Eastern history

      over the last two centuries.

2.   Compare and contrast the interaction of regional and international entities.

3.   Evaluate the causes and effects of particular historical events.

 

Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:

1.  Locate on maps the geographical centers of historical development in the Middle East

     since 1800.

2.  Identify the unique contributions of major civilizations on the region and assess their

     continuing influence today.

3.  Analyze the interrelationship of the Middle East with the larger world and evaluate the

     impact of Western imperialism on the region.

4.  Apply historical knowledge and reasoning through analysis of important and controversial

     problems from the past.

5.  Compare and contrast the evolution of differing opinions on critical historical developments

    and distinguish disciplined historical thinking from myth.

6. Using  primary and secondary sources, demonstrate critical, independent thinking through

    analysis of historical events and trends.

7.  Compare and contrast the interaction of regional, ethnic groups, nation-states,

     political affiliations, socoieconomic status and international organizations.

8. Develop an understanding and appreciation of the contributions and perspectives of women

      and of ethnic and other minorities.

Topics and Scope

I. Introduction to historical study.

    A. The scope and purpose of the course

    B. Methodology and research skills used in the study of history

    C. Recognize class, gender, and ethnicity

II. The Development of Islamic Civilization to the Eighteenth Century.

     A.  The Rise of Islam

     B.  Development of the Ottoman and Safavid Empires

III. The Beginnings of the Era of Transformation and European Imperialism

     A.  Reforms in the Eighteenth and Nineteenth Centuries

     B.  The Ottomans and Egypt during the Era of the Tanzimat

     C.  Iran in the Nineteenth Century

     D.  The Young Turks

      E.  World War One and the End of the Ottoman Empire

IV. The Struggle for Independence, 1918- 1945

      A.  Authoritarianism in Turkey and Iran

      B.  The Arab Struggle for Independence

      C.  The Palestinian Mandate and the Birth of Israel

V. The Middle East in the Post-War Era

       A.  Democracy and Authoritarianism: Turkey and Iran

       B.  The Age of Nasser

       C.  The Arab-Israeli Conflict

       D.  Changing Patterns: Lebanon and Egypt

       E.  Consolidation of Authoritarianism: Syria and Iraq

       F.  The Iranian Revolution and the Resurgence of Islam

       G. The Arabian Peninsula in the Petroleum Era

       H. The Palestinian Uprisings

        I.  The Gulf Wars

       J.  The 2011 Arab Uprisings

Assignments:

1.  Weekly reading assignments up to 100 pages. These readings will include both primary

      and secondary sources.

2.  1,500 to 3,000 words of out-of-class writing.  These may be short reaction papers,

      analytical essays, or research papers. An analytical component must be part of

      these assignments.

3.  One to five quizzes and/or in-class group assignments.

4.  One to two in-class midterms and an in-class final examination including a written essay.

5.  Other assignments may include group or individual presentations.

Methods of Evaluation/Basis of Grade.

Writing: Assessment tools that demonstrate writing skill and/or require students to select, organize and explain ideas in writing.		Writing 30 - 50%
Reaction papers, analytical essays or research papers
Problem solving: Assessment tools, other than exams, that demonstrate competence in computational or non-computational problem solving skills.		Problem Solving 0 - 0%
None
Skill Demonstrations: All skill-based and physical demonstrations used for assessment purposes including skill performance exams.		Skill Demonstrations 0 - 0%
None
Exams: All forms of formal testing, other than skill performance exams.		Exams 40 - 60%
Quizzes, midterms, final
Other: Includes any assessment tools that do not logically fit into the above categories.		Other Category 0 - 30%
Group assignments and presentations

Representative Textbooks and Materials:

A History of the Modern Middle East,  5th Edition.  Cleveland,  William.  Westview Press: 2008 (Classic)

 

From Beirut to Jerusalem, Thomas Friedman. Picador:  2012

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